Robert Allison, ERA UK's managing director, says: "We're delighted and incredibly proud to have won this award for a second consecutive time.

"The real stars of ERA are our people, from the dedicated, hardworking team at head office to our incredible franchise partners. Each and every one of them has my sincere thanks for the part they play in making this business the success that it is."

ERA has the highest consulting revenue of any UK procurement franchise and is projecting growth of 13.2 per cent in the next financial year.

Franchise partners act as cost and supplier management consultants to deliver a wide range of services to businesses, educational establishments and charities using their own skills and those of colleagues within the network. They are trained to offer strategic advice and practical methods that improve internal procedures, optimise supplier relationships and generate significant savings.

Pip Wilkins, CEO of the British Franchise Association, adds: "To win this award two years in a row is quite exceptional and demonstrates ERA's unwavering commitment to their entire franchise network.

"The whole team should be extremely proud of the culture of collaboration and communication they've built. I've no doubt ERA will continue to inspire us all with their innovation and ethics. We're very proud to call them a member of the association."